I am writing this five days before the election knowing that by the time you read this, there will be a new President and also that many people will be disappointed by the results. This election has brought out the worst in people, and at times I have felt that the spirit of America has been lost in the hateful rhetoric. Now we must ask ourselves what we need to do to move forward.
The Constitution begins with three powerful words, “We the People,” and I believe these words are where we must place our focus. Whether as part of a classroom, a church, a family, a business, a team, or a public organization, we all must take part in leading for the future.
So, I am asking that we put partisanship aside and stop focusing on the platforms but instead look around at the people and organizations we touch.
I honestly have no idea who will be the President when you read this or if by then a winner has even been declared, but I do know that the American spirit will still be alive and well. If we can lead our teams, families, and organizations focused on what really matters, then we have nothing but great days ahead. Because we ARE the people, and we matter.